Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Recommended Dietary Allowance For Infants and Toddlers

We mother's are always confused as to the kind and quantity of food to give our infants. Does the food have essential nutrients? Is the baby eating enough to meet his recommended dietary requirements? Is there something that I am missing out?

Good nutrition is essential for the growth and development that occurs during an infant’s first year of life. When developing infants are fed the appropriate types and amounts of foods, their health is promoted. For proper growth and development, an infant must obtain an adequate amount of essential nutrients by consuming appropriate quantities and types of foods.

Mother's can use the Recommended Dietary Allowance For Infants and Toddler table below to get a better understanding of a child's daily nutritional need and develop a nutrition care plan for their baby :